At Acupuncture for Balanced Wellness in Chicago, we believe that health is about achieving and maintaining balance.
We all become out of balance at some point in our lives. This can be due to overwork, stress, trauma, unhealthy eating habits, lack of exercise, etc.… Read More >
Fertility concerns are increasingly becoming some of the most common reasons people are seeking acupuncture treatment. The reason for this is quite clear – both anecdotally and through studies, acupuncture has been shown to help boost fertility naturally. The reasons why fertility acupuncture works, however, is unclear to most people, and it is a question that I get asked quite frequently as an acupuncturist who specializes in fertility.… Read More >
With cold and flu season still in full swing and the now the threat of the Coronavirus, it’s more important than ever to keep good hygiene practices and maintain a strong and healthy immune system.
According to the CDC website, here are some preventative actions to prevent the spread of germs:
At our wellness center, we offer not only acupuncture, but other complementary natural therapies to help our patients lead healthier, more balanced lives. Massage therapy is a great way to ease muscle tension and promote relaxation. Through the strategic manual manipulation of soft tissues, massage can help increase blood circulation, bring more nutrients to problem areas, and effectively treat pain problems.… Read More >
As we approach the holidays and the end of 2017, consider taking some time to take care of your own health and wellness. At our wellness center, we offer acupuncture as well as complementary natural therapies like therapeutic massage, Muscle Activation Techniques (MAT), and chiropractic care to help address many health concerns ranging from stress and anxiety, to aches and pains, to many chronic conditions.… Read More >
As many of us juggle work, family, and personal obligations, stress becomes commonly accepted as a factor of day to day life. Any time we spend dealing with demanding or adverse circumstances, we enter a state of mental, emotional, and/or physical strain. … Read More >
What is inflammation?
Inflammation is part of the body’s natural immune response to injury or invasion by what the body perceives as dangerous pathogens that can cause disease. While inflammation can be crucial to the body’s natural healing processes, prolonged or unnecessary inflammation can also wreak havoc on the body, leading to many maladies, such as chronic pain, heart disease, rheumatoid arthritis, asthma, inflammatory bowel disease, auto-immune diseases, certain cancers, and many more.… Read More >
